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    4965agn on Sonoma/Napa

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by cyberfish, Jul 2, 2008.

  1. cyberfish

    cyberfish Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have an old ASUS laptop that is not with me right now (nor do I know the model) that was purchased ~1.5 years ago. I am guessing it's either Sonoma or Napa.

    It comes with the Intel 3945abg. Can I swap a 4965agn in for it? I can get it for ~$40 where I live (OEM).
     
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    Jstn7477 Sam I Am

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    I think that the 3945 is PCI Express, so if it is, then yes it will work.
     
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    cyberfish Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ah thanks.

    I know it would physically fit, but what about firmware/software-wise?

    I heard you can't upgrade the wifi card in HP and IBM's, as they lock the BIOS to the card, are they the only two?

    Thanks
     
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